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Compartment syndrome is a condition where increased pressure within a closed muscle compartment reduces blood flow, potentially causing tissue damage. It requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term harm. Clinical signs include pain disproportionate to the injury, tense muscles, and numbness. Compartment pressure measurements can assist diagnosis when physical exam is unclear. Early fasciotomy surgery is the treatment and aims to completely release the fascial compartment to restore blood fl
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- Nshimiyimana Alexis
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- EN